Clinical Documentation Specialist, Clinical Documentation Integrity - PRN

Christus Health

  • San Antonio, TX
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
DescriptionSummary:The clinical documentation specialist collaborates extensively with physicians, nursing staff, other patient caregivers and coding staff to improve the quality and completeness of documentation of care provided and coded for coordination, abstraction and submission of accurate data required by CMS. Facilitates concurrent modifications to clinical documentation to ensure commensurate reimbursement of clinical severity and services rendered to patients with a DRG based payer (Medicare, Medicaid). Supports timely, accurate and complete documentation of clinical information used for measuring and reporting physician and facility outcomes. Communicates with and educates all clinical staff concerning accurate and effective clinical documentation.Requirements:A. Education/Skills· RN; BSN preferred.· Basic computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet utilization.· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.· Proficient in computer use (desktop and/or laptop).· Demonstrates basic knowledge regarding HIM coding standards.· Analytic skills necessary to accurately assess patient medical records.· Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work on a team in order to influence physician documentation processes.· Ability to walk and stand 80% of work time.· Ability to be flexible and adjust to workload/assignment changes and interruptions.B. Experience· Minimum of 5 years recent experience in an acute care setting in a clinical nursing field required.· Prior experience in clinical documentation improvement, utilization review/management, discharge planning, quality management, case management or coding preferred.C. Licenses, Registrations or Certifications
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas.Work Type:Per Diem As Needed
This position is not remote. Required to sit on-site at St. Elizabeth hospital in Beaumont, Tx.EEO is the law - click below for more information:We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at (844) 257-6925.

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